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Episode 8: Roller Coaster Balloons
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Episode 8: Roller Coaster Balloons

Need help with Episode 8: Roller Coaster Balloons in Super Mario Sunshine? Follow our guide to pop all 20 balloons and earn your Shine Sprite!

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Need help with Episode 8: Roller Coaster Balloons in Super Mario Sunshine? Follow our guide to pop all 20 balloons and earn your Shine Sprite!

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    First things first, head up the sandy path. You'll pass the Deku Tree and the Ferris Wheel. Keep going until you reach a bridge that leads to the roller coaster.
  2. 2
    Find the tallest Pianta standing near the roller coaster entrance. Talk to him, and he'll let you hop on for a ride!
  3. 3
    Once the roller coaster starts, your goal is to pop all 20 balloons that appear. You'll be using water rockets for this.
  4. 4
    Don't worry if you miss a few shots or waste a rocket – you'll be picking up plenty of water rockets along the track, so you won't run out. You can also use your regular spray nozzle to pop balloons that are close to the track.
  5. 5
    Keep an eye out for opportunities to hit multiple balloons with a single rocket. Sometimes, three balloons will line up perfectly, allowing for a multi-pop!
  6. 6
    The roller coaster will complete three laps. You need to pop all 20 balloons before the ride finishes.
  7. 7
    Once all the balloons are popped, the ride will conclude, and you'll be rewarded with a Shine Sprite!
Tips
  • You can often hit multiple balloons with one water rocket if they line up.
  • Don't be afraid to use your regular spray nozzle for balloons that are very close to the track.
  • There's no real penalty for missing shots, as you'll have ample opportunities to collect more water rockets.

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